In individuals with PKD, cysts can appear in one kidney only (unilateral involvement), usually when the person is very young. This frequently happens at at the time of initial presentation. However, invariably, cystic involvement occurs in both kidneys. With prompt treatment, we can treat Unilateral Polycystic Kidney effectively.
Symptoms of Unilateral Polycystic Kidney
High blood pressure. Blood pressure is normally tightly regulated by the kidneys and can become elevated when the kidneys fail to function optimally.
Pain in the flank, back or side of the abdomen develops with the enlargement of the kidney.
Blood in urine. This may occur from a cysts ruptures, or from local kidney damage.
Because Unilateral Polycystic Kidney Disease is incurable, the conventional treatment plan often includes management of symptoms. Practising a healthy diet, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, getting plenty of physical exercise and avoiding the use of cigarettes. Additionally, measures can also be carried out to control the complications associated with the disease.
As one of the world's largest kidney disease specialized hospital, we are constantly researching new advances. If you have been diagnosed with Unilateral PKD, it is important to be treated by doctors who specialize in this complex disorder.
Established in 1986, the nation's most experienced kidney experts have accumulated rich clinical practises in treating PKD. A new breakthrough known as Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy has been widely applied in our hospital and numerous patients have regained a normal life with this therapy.
Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy can act on all the cysts with no side effects, but this may take a longer effect.
Under this treatment, the cysts can get smaller and smaller. Besides, there are also substances which can help repair the damaged kidneys, to maintain and improve the kidney function.
Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy can restrain the growth of the cysts, protect the kidney function from being further damaged, and thus keeping the condition of Unilateral Polycystic Kidney under control.
